Students at New Bridge High School at Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility have had a “STEM-ulating” opportunity this school year, thanks to a community partnership.

Talent Maker City, a nonprofit that specializes in workshops surrounding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), has brought weekly courses to youth that not only teach them about a variety of STEM subjects, but introduces them to potential careers.

Talent Urban Renewal Agency is moving forward with the purchase of the building and property currently occupied by Mei Sum Chinese Restaurant. The move consolidates the 4.23 acre property at the corner of West Valley View and Highway 99 in Talent. TURA also unanimously voted to include a makerspace facility as one of eight selection criteria in the Requests for Expressions of Interest being circulated to area developers.